Road User Characteristics in Traffic Engineering
The Constructor
JULY 13, 2019
Road users have an important role in traffic. They take up the role of driver, pedestrians, cycles etc. The physical, mental and psychological.
[VIDEO]: 3D Visual of Largest Croatian Infrastructure Project
Construction Equipment
JUNE 4, 2019
Croatia’s largest infrastructure construction project is currently underway, prompting Croatian Roads to release a 3D visualization of a bridge it is building through Peljesac, a peninsula in southern Dalmatia in Croatia. The first phase of construction on the bridge ended last month, which…
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New Construction Technology Worth Contractors’ Attention
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 27, 2018
They’re helping designers who need to survey an area and visualize structures, since images from drones can help with the creation of building information models (BIM). Augmented reality is enabling field measurements and visualization of models. What should contractors have an eye toward implementing down the road?
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REINFORCEMENT COVER AND PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2012
The first part is a visual inspection by the clerk of works or equivalent. If these levels are satisfactory and the clerk has completed the visual checks then the pour will proceed. Pre-Concrete Checks for Reinforcement: The pre-concrete check for reinforcement essentially comes in two parts.
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Comfort Systems Road Map: A Plug-and-Play Residential Duct System
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Comfort Systems Road Map: A Plug-and-Play Residential Duct System. Being able to visualize the system was very impactful,” says Jeff Townsend, national procurement manager for Pulte Homes. . The Building America Research-to-Market Plan identified three integrated road maps: High-performance, moisture-managed envelope systems.
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98 Sensing Trouble: Medical Imaging Detects Hidden Damage in Bridges, Roads
Construction Equipment
JULY 8, 2016
Identifying and alerting to potential problems and catastrophic failures on roads and bridges is difficult using just visual clues.
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Sensing Trouble:Medical Imaging Detects Hidden Damage in Bridges, Roads
Construction Equipment
JULY 8, 2016
Identifying and alerting to potential problems and catastrophic failures on roads and bridges is difficult using just visual clues.
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49 BIM Technology Road Map
Building Information Management
JUNE 13, 2013
4d 5d BIM BIM BIM and Facility Management BIM for FM CLOUD Technology Cost Estimating and Efficient Project Delivery Software Integrated Project Delivery IPD / Lean Construction Job Order Contracting Job Order Contracting Software JOC JOC Software BIM Technology Road Map cloud computing IPD job order contracting'
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Dynapac to Take Atlas Copco Colors
Construction Equipment
APRIL 3, 2013
Atlas Copco Road Construction Equipment will align the visual identity of the Dynapac range of rollers, planers and pavers to the design used by the other divisions in the Construction Technique business area. The new identity will be launched at Bauma this month. Source: Dynapac. April 3, 2013.
Social + Strategy = Fresh Ways to Find and Engage New Hires
Construction Marketing
MARCH 25, 2019
For many builder and remodeling firms a visual presentation often sells the clients. Then, prospective employees look at the company profile to determine if it’s a place they think they may like to work. Try Video Content. This can be true in recruiting as well. Develop an onboarding portal.
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Different Types of Maps and Plan | Difference between Map and Plan
Learn Civil Engineering
MARCH 24, 2022
Defintion A map is a visual drawing of a whole region or some of a locality that’s often shown on a flat surface. What is Map? A map’s purpose is to depict precise and elaborated aspects of a particular location, most ordinarily want to show geography. There are many types of maps, together with static, […].
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Bargaining Room v. False Claims: 5 Tips for Negotiation of Construction Claims
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 7, 2014
Government on two road projects in South Carolina. Include visuals in the presentation of the claim. Any time a contractor can represent a point visually, the chances are greater that the point will be comprehended and remembered. Be prepared. Do not negotiate against yourself.
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Blogging For Construction Marketing – Part One
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 9, 2011
The road block that impedes the ability to manage a blog is content development, and we hope to demystify why this is so complicated in ‘Blogging for Construction Marketing – Part 2?. Branding – Custom design should extend your visual identity and reflect company goals and vision.
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NHTSA Publishes Summer Driving Tips
Safety Services Company
JUNE 5, 2013
In an effort to make sure drivers are prepared and safe on the road int he coming months, the NHTSA has recently published it’s yearly “Summer Driving Tips” This year they have provided an interactive visual covering the tips at a high level.
How Interstate Electrical Services Became a Leader in Lean Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
To help you analyze the data you’ve collected: Create a visual representation of your most important workflows. Not every process will be transitioned seamlessly, but it is important to identify red flags before they turn into larger issues down the road. During this step, you will likely find overlap and redundancy.
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How To Choose The Right Crane For Your Project
Construction Marketing
MAY 11, 2022
If the access roads going to the site are too narrow or filled with tight turns, a truck crane or hydraulic crane may not be able to pass through. Furthermore, you must also observe the crane safety practices during selection, such as a thorough visual inspection of the machine, rigging, stability zone, and proper load security.
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Civil Engineering Software | List of Civil Engineering Software | List of Engineering Software
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
This software can help in drafting & documenting, designing, visualizing & analyzing & so on. Software for Road Designing & Analysis. Bently Road Network. Software for Road Designing & Analysis: The types of Software for Road Designing & Analysis are as follows. #4a. Bently Road Network-.
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Why BIM Isn’t Working.
Building Information Management
DECEMBER 16, 2013
BIM technology vendors and “standards” organizations are somewhat to “blame” , as they have placed emphasis upon 3D visualization vs. construction delivery methods, a robust ontology, and metrics.
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Safety: What to do when employees know better but don’t do better
FDR Safety
MARCH 21, 2013
What would happen if there were no highway patrolmen to monitor traffic on the roads? To establish a successful safety initiative here are my recommendations for senior leadership: Safety begins first with top management; and deliver the message with visual concepts, not just words. Obviously, that would be a recipe for disaster.
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11 Tactics for Creating an Outstanding Construction Brand Identity
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Road Map for a Great Customer Journey. Compile facts about your local competition, including their specialty, experience, audience, and visual branding elements, such as the colors, fonts, and graphics they use in their branding. How to Create Social Media Your Customers Want to Follow. Research the Competition.
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Construction Cost Estimating Blog: Carlson Takeoff 2012 can speed.
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 25, 2011
Some robust improvements like increased 3D visualization, capability for working with PDF files, and the ability to provide customized, more professional reports. Labels: 3D visualization , carlson takeoff , construction estimating , project estimating , quantiyt-takeoff. Global Associates. at 11:05 AM. Email This BlogThis! Newer Post.
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Steel detailers: BIM pioneers?
DebunkTheBIM
JANUARY 26, 2011
It was a matter of time for these guys to start taking advantage of their skills and reach over into the full ‘coordination’; Nowadays many ex-steel detailing companies offer ‘coordination services’, clash detection (see yesterday’s post too!) , sequencing, site logistics and other services loosely fitting under BIM. On the other hand, am concerned.
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Forget “BIM”, and Get on Board with BLM – Building / Built Environment Life-cycle Management
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 25, 2014
That said, BIM has been preoccupied with 3D visualization to the extent that many/most feel that Revit, Archicad, et al are all that’s needed to implement BIM. BIM is the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology.
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What Is Pavement Marking | Types of Pavement Markings & Their Meanings
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Pavement markings, along with road signs and signals, are part of the intelligence system for road users. These are often used to mean that the road has no parking pavement markings. These markings are direct traffic on the street by giving the visual answer for the movement lane. What Is Pavement Marking?
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2013 Global Construction Survey
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
Growth areas: “power and energy top the list by a significant distance, other target sectors include water, rail, mining, and roads and bridges” 5. means Strategic Partner RS Means rsmeans saber SATOC software state/county/local governments Technology United States Army Corps of Engineers VA visual estimating www.4Clicks.com'
12d Model can streamline the civil engineering, water engineering & land surveying process
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 20, 2016
The software facilitates the users to visualize & accomplish complicated surveying & civil design projects. The most updated version is 12d Model 9.0 It is very useful for civil engineering , water engineering, land surveying as well as terrain modeling.
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Facilities Management – 2017 Best Practices
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2017
The times of fat cows will never come again and therefore we need to seize the new opportunities we have to take new roads. 3D visualization is an advantageous tool, but only one of several technologies and business processes required to improve productivity, quality, and sustainability of built structures.
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Best Kitchen Remodel App
CivilJungle
JANUARY 25, 2022
In this software, we can create 2D and 3D structure models, HD visualizations and their simulation with moreover 4000 items with catalogue. This is one of the best kitchen remodeling apps because it is available for the android users, here you can experience and visualize the 3D experience. App to Visualize Kitchen Remodel.
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David Drees: Best Practices for Managing a Private Home Building Operation
Pro Builder
AUGUST 15, 2022
Utilize physical model homes and design centers in combination with virtual visualization and pricing tools to make the process of designing a custom home easy, fast, and fun. Road Map for a Great Customer Journey. Invest in technology to mine, engage, and inform prospects at various touchpoints, compelling them to buy a Drees home.
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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment
BD+C
MAY 6, 2024
The new building will incorporate biophilic elements and DeafSpace design which include wider hallways for visual communication between students, among other design considerations. Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth, Vancouver, Wash. The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, Atlanta, Ga.
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Demand For Efficient Life-Cycle Building Management Processes – BIM, JOC, IPD – FIATECH PRESENTATION – 2012
Building Information Management
APRIL 10, 2012
A thorough understanding and visualization of a project among Owners, Architects and Engineers, Contractors, and other shareholders defines scope, specifications, and is is the project delivery method that set the overall tone of interrelations ships among the project participants and shapes final outcomes.
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DRIVING SAFELY
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 16, 2014
It’s important to remember that these causes are not just a problem for your employee, they are hazards presented by all the drivers on the road with them. Have their eyes tested regularly: 90% of a driver’s reaction time is dependent on visual cues. Get plenty of rest. Leave earlier and give yourself more time.
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Distracted Driving
Safety Services Company
MAY 23, 2017
Texting takes your visual senses from the road to the phone, manual responses necessary for operating the vehicile, and vongitive abilities necessary for paying attention. A driver who texts looks down to operate his phone while driving will do so for an average of five seconds. Regulations.
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48 JulianConstruction.com: Preventing Indoor Mold Problems - Julian.
Julian Construction
APRIL 1, 2011
Mold can be detected visually or, in some cases, by smell. Quickly resolving water leakage or drainage problems can prevent costly foundation repairs or replacement down the road. When it lands on something that contains moisture, the spores will multiply. Many homes have mold.
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89 Definition of BIM – Building Information Modeling – NIBS, AGC, NBIMS, smartBUILDING Alliance, ISO, RICS
Building Information Management
JANUARY 12, 2013
The benefits include centralized and visual communication, early exploration of options, sustainability, efficient design, integration of disciplines, site control, as-built documentation, etc. – effectively developing an asset lifecycle process and model from conception to final retirement. – NIBS. buildingSMART.
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Augmenting Your Workforce for Success
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Many teams use AR technology to visualize how a finished project will integrate with its surroundings. Another excellent use case is leveraging augmented reality to spot potential design clashes, thus avoiding costly work down the road. AR can overlay digital elements—e.g., models or design data—onto the real world.
Life-cycle management of the built environment – To BIM or Not to BIM?
Building Information Management
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Buildings, roads, dams, electrical grids… are with us for a very long time and linked to the success and failure of just about everything… education, health, national security, transportation, habitat, sustainability, national and local economies and more. That said, we are not acting as stakeholders of our built infrastructure.
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BIM – Attempting to Run before you can Walk? – BIM EU-wide Procurement Initiative
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
BIM Technology and Process Road Map. The latter, while important, is the least significant aspect of BIM.
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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
where BIM has stagnated due to an unfortunate focus upon 3D visualization versus building awareness and competency with respect to LEAN collaborative AEC/construction delivery methods. The exact same situation has occurred here in the U.S.,
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The Rise of AI in Construction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 12, 2023
The technology can help determine if a particular element of the design is optimal or predict if it could create an issue down the road. From webcam content and live streaming video to epic construction time-lapse, EarthCam provides comprehensive ecosystem of visual data solutions to enhance project management and promote transparency.
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Facility programming: The driving force behind healthcare design
The Korte Company
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Collaboration with an architect or designer at this point is critical because building programs detail pretty much everything there is to know about a facility: How a facility will be oriented on the property and connect to existing road, water/sewer and electrical connections. The total square footage of a facility.
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52 Lessons in Defensive Driving
Safety Services Company
JUNE 28, 2018
It’s important to remember that these causes are not just a problem for your employees, they are hazards presented by all the drivers on the road with them. Note any road maintenance issues and report them. Avoid a fixed stare; keep your eyes moving and read the road. Raise and lower your load only when you are stopped.
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48 Lessons in Defensive Driving
Safety Services Company
JUNE 28, 2018
It’s important to remember that these causes are not just a problem for your employees, they are hazards presented by all the drivers on the road with them. Note any road maintenance issues and report them. Avoid a fixed stare; keep your eyes moving and read the road. Raise and lower your load only when you are stopped.
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Luminous Flux Vs Lumens | What Is Luminous Flux | What Are Lumens | How Bright Is 1000 Lumens
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 15, 2020
In other words, it is the total radiant energy emitted by a source, evaluated according to its capacity to produce a visual sensation. What Is Superelevation | Superelevation Definition | Superelevation Formula | Calculation of Superelevation in Roads. It is photometrically weighted radiant energy. How Bright Is 1000 Lumens.
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